Jenny on Nova
What were you hoping for?
Someone I could vibe with, have a proper laugh with, and not cringe at.
First impressions?
When Nova arrived, hoodie, swagger and all, I thought: “Oh God, it’s the rude boy from year 10.” But then he smiled, apologised for being late, called it a red flag himself, and we were laughing in seconds. I was unexpectedly charmed.
What did you talk about?
It was a proper easy-flowing conversation. He asked questions, I asked questions, and neither of us monologued. Rare and refreshing.
Most awkward moment?
There were no awkward moments.
Good table manners?
Impeccable. No open-mouth chewing, no cutlery carnage and not one slurp.
Best thing about Nova?
He’s funny, proper gentleman vibes, and totally down to earth. He gave me his jacket at the end of the night, and not in a cheesy way. Also, his dog impression – 10 out of 10 ridiculous, but I was crying laughing.
Would you introduce Nova to your friends?
Definitely, he’d end up in the group chat.
Describe Nova in three words
Funny, grounded, surprisingly smooth.
What do you think Nova made of you?
I think he liked me. We chatted nonstop and shared a cheeky kiss at the end.
Did you go on somewhere?
Yes.
And … did you kiss?
A little one to seal the night. Classic end to an unexpectedly lovely date.
If you could change one thing about the evening what would it be?
Just the six-minute wait and thinking every man was my date. I was drained before the poor guy even arrived.
Marks out of 10?
Strong nine.
Would you meet again?
Yes – I’d like to see where this goes.
Nova on Jenny
What were you hoping for?
A free meal and good vibes – I got both!
First impressions?
Damn, this girl can drink.
What did you talk about?
We spent the night comparing accent imitations. I’m no good at accents, but I can do a wicked dog impression.
Most awkward moment
The waiter asked if she had allergies and she misheard and replied, “Thanks, you too.”
Good table manners?
We both agreed not to downgrade each other on this, but it feels like the classic prisoner’s dilemma: are we both going to cooperate?
Best thing about Jenny?
She held her own in an arm-wrestle.
Would you introduce Jenny to your friends?
Hell yeah!
Describe Jenny in three words
Amusing, charismatic and animated.
What do you think Jenny made of you?
A swell guy? I am unsure.
Did you go on somewhere?
We went to a bar.
And … did you kiss?
A wise man told me to never kiss’n’tell.
If you could change one thing about the evening, what would it be?
As she was trying to show me something on her phone, there was a guy’s fully nude video on there. Wish that never happened, but it was funny.
Marks out of 10?
Nine – one point deducted for the above (I’m joking, it was more funny than bad).
Would you meet again?
I think we may.
Jenny and Nova ate at Fremantle Bar & Kitchen, London E16. Fancy a blind date? Email blind.date@theguardian.com
